Construction Equipment Operator

Personnel Board of Jefferson County

. Operate large, complex gasoline- and diesel-powered construction equipment, including bulldozers, track hoes, motor graders, cranes, and similar machinery .

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 - $38 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating heavy construction equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and adhering to safety standards. Capable of supervising teams and effectively communicating with various stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Class B Commercial Driver's LicenseHeavy Equipment OperationPreventative MaintenanceSafety Standards ComplianceTeam Supervision

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Hard Skills

Bulldozer OperationTrack Hoe OperationMotor Grader OperationCrane OperationExcavationBackfillingMaterial HandlingBasic RepairsTraffic Work Zone SetupUtility Line Locating

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam LeadershipFeedback ProvisionTraining

Certifications & Qualifications

Class A CDL (Ability to Obtain)HAZMAT Endorsement (Ability to Obtain)

Industry Keywords

Construction EquipmentSafety GearTraffic LawsWork ZonesBiosolids

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate large, complex gasoline- and diesel-powered construction equipment, including bulldozers, track hoes, motor graders, cranes, and similar machinery
Backfill, excavate, spread, and scrape construction or maintenance project areas
Clean, clear, and prepare roads, ditches, sewer lines, and land
Communicate with the public, supervisors, and subordinates regarding job duties
Load, unload, lift, and place materials such as dirt, biosolids, pipes, and brush
Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs on heavy and construction equipment
Promote safe work practices, including traffic work zones, safety gear, traffic laws, and equipment outriggers
Supervise staff by assigning and distributing work, directing duties, monitoring progress, and providing feedback or training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Class B commercial driver's license
Ability to obtain a Class A CDL and/or HAZMAT endorsement within 90 days if required by jurisdiction
Experience working in or around construction equipment, such as backhoes, motorgraders, track dozers, and track loaders
Experience following safety standards related to heavy/construction equipment operation, including setting up work zones, locating utility lines, and flagging

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension)
Generous paid holidays
Sick leave
Vacation leave